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Are you a member of the NTL final salary pension scheme but not yet joined the Association?
If so, visit the web site for more information at www.ntlpa.org.uk.
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Welcome to
DTELS.Org
Another Year On ...
A somewhat familiar starting point for my annual message as I find myself reflecting back on yet another year that has passed by all too quickly.
It remains pleasing to know from feedback and e-mails that this web site still continues to provide a source of interest, information and communication to former Directorate staff and others with a interest in telecommunication topics/ history.
Nearly nineteen years has passed since the Directorate, latterly known as DTELS, was sold to ntl However, for many there still remains strong memories of the happy times and valued service they and the organisation provided to Emergency Services.
Reunions
The Annual London Reunion continues to be well supported, the last being held on 27/11/2012 and attracted 31 people from around the country.
Other reunions notified to this site have been Tavistock on 17/09/2012 for people who at one time worked in the Shapwick Region and similarly on 15/10/2010 for the Marley Hill Region.
Please e-mail me or use the feedback form to let me know if you are planning an ex-DTELS reunion during 2013.
DTELS Forum
An underused resource but retained as a way of keeping people in touch with the past and present. I would encourage you to periodically check for new and updated forum postings and to add content in order to keep it alive. Please do contact me using the feedback form if you experience any problems in registration or use.
Web Site Revamp
Since it’s inception in 2004 the web site has significantly expanded to a point where it needs a full revamp to overcome web authoring file fragmentation and improve the visual appearance of textural content, images and publications. Back in 2004 many people were still on slower dial-up circuits, using 800x600 monitors and older web browsers. With most people now benefiting from fast broadband connectivity and higher performance PCs/Monitors I have recently embarked on a project to overhaul this web site and plan to have it operational by late Spring 2013.
and Finally ...
Please continue to visit this site during 2013, particularly the forum for new postings and this home page.
Until my next webmaster rambling in December 2013, I wish you good health, happiness and fortune during the year.
Regards
Steven Cole ....
Webmaster
08th December 2012
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Site Map
Cannot find the topic you are looking for, then use Google search above or the extended site map
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Online Feedback
A quick and convenient way to contact Steven Cole for all DTELS.Org site matters. Links to the form are also at the bottom of every page.
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February 2013 Update
Personal Recollections from George Ramsay of setting up and running the Northern Area Maintenance Unit (NAMU) based at Kippax West Yorkshire.
January 2013 Update
Two pictures of a bent dual turnstile antenna at Brown Clee and one of the original West Midlands Police Control Room Tower at Newton Street Birmingham from Martin Swift.
Two photos added to Shapwick Depot from Paul Corkrum
December 2012 Update
Pictures from the annual reunion lunch held in London on 27th November 2012.
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank the following people for their input:
Bob Barron for the November 1979 centre- fold publication by Essex Police highlighting the work carried out by the Directorate of Telecommunications at the Chelmsford Outstation in support of the force wide VHF radio scheme and related communication services.
John Perry for a detailed overview of the maintenance and support provided by the Weyhill MU CCTV Section in respect of Police, Prisons and Ambulance.
Margaret Stephens (nee Prussia) for five pictures taken in 1977/8 at CCE Harrow of the HO Sports Day and Ladies Group Photo.
October 2012 Update
Pictures sent in by Dave Humphreys of the reunion held in Tavistock on 17th October 2012.
New Visitor to this Site?
May I extend a big welcome to those of you who may be visiting this web site for the first time. If you not already aware, this site is dedicated to recording some of the history of the Directorate of Telecommunications.
As a public sector department within the Home Office for England and Wales, the Directorate was responsible for providing wireless communication support to Emergency Service users in the two countries.
Its origins go back to World War II (circa 1939) and grew over the years to become a major service provider to a wider range of Public Safety central and local government services. In 1991 it changed its name to DTELS and three years later became a private sector company following a trade sale to National Transcommunications Limited (ntl).
For more information about this web site, please click here.
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SUMMER REUNION 2013
It is proposed to hold a picnic style reunion in the College Garden at Westminster Abbey, near to Parliament Square on a Wednesday in July or August.
Three possible dates are July 17th, July 24th or August 7th with a meeting time of 12:00-13:00. In previous years there have been free brass band concerts in the gardens between 12:30-14:00
Entry is thought to still be free, just bring your own picnic, drink and maybe a blanket or two!
If you can attend this year, please use the feedback form to advise likely attendee numbers and which date (s) you cannot make.
Your responses by 15 June would be appreciated.
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FEATURES
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ABOUT US
This section contains historical information about the Directorate, its responsibilities, organisational structure, aims, objectives and principal customers
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DTELS FORUM
During 2012 please monitor the forum for new postings,
including bereavement notices
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DTELS Topics
Bereavement
Forum Index
Login
Register
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IMAGE LIBRARY
A library of photographs covering Directorate people, places and equipment. Mouse over image below to
select required topic.
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MISCELLANY
Miscellaneous topics, links to other sites, glossary etc.
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NEWS
Site updates from 2004-2013
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PUBLICATIONS
A growing library of Directorate publications giving an insight to the function and breadth of the organisation
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PERSONAL RECOLLECTIONS
Personal memories contributed by individuals who were either working for, or who had contact with, the Directorate. This section also includes events, reunions and related information post the 1994 DTELS trade sale
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Articles for Publishing
As ever I welcome DTELS related articles for publishing on this site. In particular personal recollection articles as I know many of you have enjoyed these trips down memory lane.
So please do your bit to record some history and send your articles by email to the address given on the feedback page.
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